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Today's abundance of new ideas about mortgage refinancing has changed how home owners' view their
homes and their credit. By going through the mortgage refinancing process, many borrowers learn that a mortgage isn't simply a way to purchase a house over time; it's also a valuable and flexible credit resource that can be managed to provide a high level of comfort and financial security. Whether you're interested in mortgage refinancing in order to capitalize on today's low mortgage rates for strategic debt management, or as a way to fund an important expense like a needed home addition, improvement or a child's education, there are several ways to help you determine the right solution for your needs. Just by understanding how your mortgage can work for you, instead of against you, can help you enjoy the feeling of financial security and freedom. Completing and submitting this simple, fast form will provide the information that's needed to start you down this path towards greater financial peace of mind. |
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Mortgage refinancing may just be the answer to your financial concerns, and since there's no obligation
whatsoever, and it costs nothing to get a quote, there's simply no excuse for waiting. Start growing your financial security and peace of mind today! |
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For fast answers on refinancing mortgages, home refinance
with cash out, interest only loans, "pick a payment" refinances,
and other high LTV mortgages for owner occupied, Non-Owner
Occupied (NOO), second homes and investment property,
... in all 50 states.
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Mortgage Refinancing and Loan Refinance for Cash Out.
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People are asking...
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Why should I refinance?
Are there really loans available with "no closing costs"?
Can my closing costs be financed into the loan?
Are interest rates higher if I get "cash out" when I refinance?
Should I "pay points" to get a lower interest rate?
How long does the refinance process take?
How much will my closing costs be?
Will I have PMI on my refinance loan?
Should I refinance from an Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) to a Fixed Rate Mortgage?
I believe I have bad or poor credit. Can I still refinance?
Is the "pick a payment", 12 MAT with average start rate of 1.95% available as a refinance loan?
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Mortgage Match always features...
-- Friendly, expert, one-to-one advice.
-- Very minimal paperwork.
-- Many flexible financing options.
-- Fast and simple process.
-- Great, low rates!
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Relax... refinancing your mortgage can solve many financial issues.
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In a nutshell... refinancing replaces your existing mortgage loan with another, lower interest rate loan for
the same amount owed, or possibly more. This can save you a very substantial amount of money when market rates drop one or more percentage points lower than your current rate. Refinancing can be smartly used to lower your interest rate, change the term of your loan, consolidate debts, and more. |
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Q.- Why should I refinance?
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A.- Whether it makes sense to refinance or not, greatly depends on what your financial goals are. For
instance, a lower interest rate and lower payments are very good reasons to refinance, but there are other issues to consider. Here are a few things to think about when evaluating, if a refinance does makes sense... |
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-- How long do you expect to live in the home or keep it?
-- How much equity do you have in your property?
-- Will your lower monthly payments and cash out... if any, more than make up for your closing costs and fees?
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A Mortgage Match Senior Loan Consultant can help you decide if refinancing is a smart move... and if it is,
also recommend the mortgage program or programs which would best help you achieve your goals at the lowest possible cost. |
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Meanwhile, here are 5 good reasons to refinance your existing mortgage...
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1. Refinance to lower your monthly mortgage payment.
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A percentage drop of just one half to three quarters of a percentage point can lower your mortgage payment.
And, a drop of one, full percentage point will definitely lower your payment. If you don't refinance, you may be paying too much every month for your loan, and that's never a good financial move. |
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There are actually three ways refinancing can lower your payment. The first is simply to refinance at a lower
interest rate. You can also change the term or length of your mortgage to lower your payment. Switching from a 15- to a 30-year term can significantly lower your mortgage payment. But, if long-term savings is more appealing to you, refinancing from a 30-year to a 15-year mortgage can save you thousands of dollars over the life of your loan. The third way to lower your payment is by switching from a traditional mortgage with principal and interest payments... to a mortgage program that allows interest only payments. |
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2. Refinance to get cash out.
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Think of the equity, and the increasing value in your home as a savings account that you can access
through a "cash-out" refinance. You may want to finance an important home improvement or addition that will increase the value of your home, pay for college or pay off high interest credit card debt . Whatever your reason, this may be the right option for you, and a very smart financial move. |
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3. Refinance to pay off credit cards and other high-interest debt.
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From a financial viewpoint, the difference between high-interest, credit card debt and a mortgage may be
very substantial, and can potentially mean a difference of thousands of dollars. Why?... because credit card debt is compounded... where the interest on a mortgage is simple, and usually tax deductible. Using the equity in your home, rather than credit cards and other forms of revolving or installment credit, to finance expensive purchases may save you "big" money that goes toward the payment of interest. Be sure to consult your tax advisor. |
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4. Refinance to convert an Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) to a Fixed Rate Mortgage (...or vice versa).
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Use the length of time you plan on living in or keeping your home to your maximum financial advantage. If you
plan on owning your home for just a few years, a higher interest rate, that is usually an element of a fixed rate mortgage loan, may be costing you money every month. You should consider a refinance, and switch to an ARM loan that may provide a much lower monthly payment. On the other hand, if you presently have an ARM loan, and plan on keeping the property longer than the fixed period (2 to 7 years) of your adjustable rate mortgage, it might be a wise move to convert or refinance to a fixed rate mortgage for its stability. |
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5. Eliminate mortgage insurance.
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If you purchased your home with less than 20% down, you may have private mortgage insurance (PMI)
premiums to pay along with your monthly principal and interest payments. However, your equity position in your home has probably increased through your paying the mortgage down. Plus, your home's appreciation and rising market value may now have you exceeding that 20% figure. However, you may not yet be able to cancel your mortgage insurance. |
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A home loan refinance to eliminate mortgage insurance should be designed not only to get a loan without
mortgage insurance, but also to secure a rate that is lower than your current loan's rate. |
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Q.- Are there really loans available with "no closing costs"?
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A.- This can very often be an "advertising" gimmick. In reality, there are few loans out there which truly have
no closing costs. Sometimes, lenders will not charge application fees and agree to pay the appraisal and title fees, but they may increase the interest rate. Lenders can also roll the costs into the amount of your loan. So, because you're not paying costs up front, it's called a "no closing cost" loan. While slightly increasing your mortgage might be acceptable to you, keep in mind that despite the fact you're not paying "upfront" costs, it's not really a loan without costs. |
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Getting started on your mortgage refinancing...
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The Mortgage Match online inquire form is so simple you can complete it in less than a minute.
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To talk to a loan consultant now, call toll-free: 1.888.890.5625.
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Take 1 minute to provide some information, and we'll contact you for your custom mortgage rate
quote. And, to help you determine which refinancing option is best for you. |
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The information you provide to Mortgage Match will be used to fulfill your request. Mortgage Match
does not share your information with third parties or outside companies for their promotional use. |
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There's no initial credit check.
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The interest rates shown in the graph above are based on national daily averages. The rate you qualify for may be significantly
higher than those shown here. Rates offered to individual borrowers are based on that borrower's credit profile and unique borrowing situation. Additionally, many factors determine the actual rates available. Among those factors, rates vary per lender, by loan program, by regional location, and are determined at the sole discretion of the specific lenders. |
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Q.- Is the "pick a payment", 12 MAT with average start rate of 1.95% available as a refinance loan?
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A.- The "pick a payment" or 12 MAT loan have become popular names for loans whose hallmark is providing
the borrower with 4 different payment choices every month... along with a very low start rate. This loan is actually an "option arm" which can be tied to the MTA, COSI, COFI or LIBOR indexes for their periodic rate adjustment. "MAT" is a simple rearrangement of the letters pertaining to the "MTA" (Monthly Treasury Average) index. But, 12 "MAT" has become the popular name for this loan even when its index is tied to the COSI (Cost Of Savings Index), for instance. This can be a great loan for mortgage refinancing as it gives the homeowner and borrower maximum control over financial management of cash flow and mortgage payments. One of its payment options is based on its start rate which averages about 1.95% Additionally, it features an interest only option, and 30- and 15-year amortization schedules. To learn more about the, "pick a payment" or "12mat" loans, please click here. |
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